Crafted in 3D

Case studies

Case studies

Real parts, real numbers. What changed when we moved these off the original process and onto a 3D printer.

Mounting bracket

A Charleston equipment owner

50% Lower cost
A galvanized steel bracket next to its redesigned black 3D printed alternative, each with two large holes in the top flange and mounting holes in the base.
Laser-cut & formed steel 3D printed
Process Laser-cut sheet steel, stamped and formed 3D printed, single part
Weight 113g 30g (73% lighter)
Unit cost Baseline 50% lower
Lead time 6 weeks 2 days

Wire hub

58% Lower cost
A machined aluminum wire hub with two socket-head screws next to its redesigned black 3D printed alternative, both stepped hubs with flanges.
CNC machined aluminum 3D printed
Process CNC machined aluminum, turned and milled 3D printed, single part
Weight 480g 172g (64% lighter)
Unit cost Baseline 58% lower
Lead time 2 months 1 day

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